Centro de Importadores y Comerciantes del Alto Paraná

Economy - May 18, 2026, 7:00 AMTriple Border business leaders warn: second bridge with Brazil must be fully operational before July

With expectations of a record flow of visitors during winter break, the business sector of Ciudad del Este demands the full opening of the Puente de la Integración. Diplomatic negotiations with Brazil are stalled over demands for strict migration controls, while the city prepares for an economic boom that could generate up to 50,000 new jobs.